October 22, 2020 | Ashley Pratt-Cordova | Student ID: 900784669

Dear Ashley,

Congratulations! You have been accepted to the Master of Science in Human Nutrition and Dietetics
program at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) for Spring 2021.

We are excited to have you join the learner-centered program designed to advance your nutrition
knowledge while strengthening your communication, research and leadership skills. Please read this
admissions letter thoroughly.

Your next steps:

Complete the online Graduate Admission and Enrollment Agreement form. This form must be
completed within 30 days of the date on this admissions letter to confirm your enrollment
intent and save your spot in the program.
If interested in the Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) Option:
o Read the MS DPD Policies and Procedures Manual (see resource section below)
o Complete the online MS in HND DPD Application
Read the MS in HND Student Handbook
Email our advising schedulers at nutrition@msudenver.edu or call 303-615-0990 and leave a
message. A student worker will call or email you back to get a phone advising appointment
scheduled. Alternatively, please reach out to the Graduate Program at
gradnutrition@msudenver.edu to discuss enrollment for fall semester.
Visit http://msudenver.edu/myfirstlogin to set up your NetID, email and password if you are a
new MSU Denver student. Your NetID is your username for many sites.
Log in to the Student Hub to register for classes. You must register for a minimum of six credit
hours to be a full-time graduate student at MSU Denver. You can also access email, view your
schedule, find important dates, pay tuition, and much more within the Student Hub.
Complete application(s) for financial aid and scholarships. Completing a financial aid application
does not commit you to accepting the loans offered but is required for scholarship applications
and funding for graduate assistant positions.
o Check out our POHA-Denver Diversify Nutrition Grant Scholarships and Stipends
Read about some of the resources available at MSU Denver on the following page.

Again, congratulations on your admission to MSU Denver’s Master of Science in Human Nutrition and
Dietetics. We look forward to having you join us!

Sincerely,

Melissa Masters
Dr. Melissa Masters | 303-615-0818 | mmaster5@msudenver.edu
Nutrition Graduate Program Director | Metropolitan State University of Denver
 Resources
Below are a few resources and website links to ensure a smooth start to your semester.

Academic Calendar
The academic calendar includes important dates and deadlines related to all academic activities
including registration, semester start/end dates, campus breaks/holidays, etc.

Bursar
The Office of the Bursar website contains important dates and deadlines related to tuition and
fee payments, refunds, service charges, and withdrawals.

Campus Map
The interactive map of campus includes parking, public transportation, campus buildings,
food/shopping, and student services.

Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) Policies and Procedures Manual

The MS DPD Policies and Procedures Manual outlines policies, procedures and requirements for
the DPD Program.

Financial Aid
If you are planning to apply for financial aid, please check with the Office of Financial Aid and
Scholarships regarding your eligibility specific to your coursework.

Graduate Catalog
Please review the academic rights and student rights and responsibilities sections within the
MSU Denver graduate catalog.

Health Center Immunization requirements and Student Health Insurance Plans

Please refer to the Health Center website to determine records needed to comply with campus
immunization requirements and how your credit load impacts health coverage compliance.

Library
Services include citation/research assistance, printing services, and study rooms.

MS in HND Student Handbook

The Department of Nutrition Graduate Student Handbook outlines policies, procedures and
requirements for the Master of Science in Human Nutrition and Dietetics Program.

Student ID Card and RTD CollegePass

A student ID card can be purchased for $22 at the ID Station location inside Tivoli Station. The
CollegePass is available for students who pay the RTD fee each semester.